Legal Assistant/Paralegal Business/Corporate Law

VARNER & BRANDT LLP

Legal Assistant/Paralegal Business/Corporate Law

Riverside, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Bonus based on performance

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Free food & snacks

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Profit sharing

    Vision insurance

    An exciting opportunity is available in our downtown Riverside office for an experienced legal assistant/secretary with comprehensive transactional knowledge and top-notch technical, communication and administrative skills. Job duties include working with our transactional attorneys, document preparation, maintaining and processing client information, and managing the progression of matters. Familiarity with complex business transactions and associated documentation is required. This position requires excellent technical, administrative, communication and organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work well independently and with others in a team oriented and demanding office environment.

    Responsibilities:

    Assist attorneys with their daily business activities

    Conduct research to support legal proceedings

    Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents

    Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes

    Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations

    Record and store client information

    ​Qualifications:

    Must be an experienced Legal Secretary/Paralegal well versed in the litigation process or corporate law, 3+ years of experience

    Must have a stable background, preferably with small to mid-size law firms

    Must have a thorough knowledge of State and Federal court filing requirements, including experience with e-filing

    Must have strong knowledge of court rules, dates, procedures, Vision/Compulaw

    Familiarity with document management

    Familiarity with legal research

    Ability to prioritize and multitask

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    Possess strong attention to detail and deadlines and excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

    Competitive salary commensurate with experience along with performance bonuses (Pay Range: $20–$40 per hour). Great benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, paid parking, paid time off, life balanced priority in a team working environment.